Representative Dan Swanson News Today

Illinois lawmakers are set to get another cost of living adjustment after the budget is passed and signed into law.After making $72,000 annually for years, they

Local State Rep. Dan Swanson votes against the measure

State Senators Mike Halpin and Neil Anderson, along with Representative Dan Swanson, are honoring the life of Deputy Sheriff Nick Weist – who died in the line of duty – by passing a measure to memorialize parts of a Galesburg highway. "Honoring the life of Deputy Nick Weist is a way to show our gratitude and respect for his sacrifice," said Senator Halpin (D-Rock Island). "This memorial highway will serve as a constant reminder that speaks to his selflessness, and demonstrates...

The Illinois House on Tuesday voted and approved the Senate's version of the assault weapons ban, HB 5471. The bill's sponsor says the bill will prevent the sale, manufacture, possession, and purchase of assault-style weapons, assault weapon attachments, and .50 caliber cartridges in the state. Rep. Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) voted against the measure, saying this bill would damage Illinois businesses and punish law-abiding gun owners. "It's those of us who have guns or those of u...

Republican State Representative Dan Swanson of Alpha was recognized last weekend as 2022 Representative of the Year by the Illinois Chapter of A.B.A.T.E., or A Brotherhood Aimed Towards Education. Swanson was recognized during the organization's Freedom Rally in Springfield and was presented with a special leather vest for the annual recognition with A.B.A.T.E. members from around the state. State Legislative Coordinator for A.B.A.T.E., Josh Witkowski, spoke of Swanson's support for mo...

Almost a year since the groundbreaking no outward progress on new Carver Center in Galesburg is apparent. Former board members remain quiet.

A bill that would give Illinois emergency dispatchers more benefits and officially classify the profession as first responders could soon be sent to the governor. Senate Bill 3127 was filed by State Senator Neil Anderson of Andalusia and provides that emergency dispatchers are now COVID-19 first responders. If signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker, emergency dispatchers would qualify for extra medical benefits, mental health benefits, and extra funding for the industry. Anderson explained during a ne...

A resolution to urge the federal government to allocate funds to find a cure for Lyme Disease passed the Illinois House on Thursday morning. State Representative Dan Swanson of Alpha sponsored House Resolution 780 which aims to find a cure for the disease and declares May of 2022 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in the state. "The data shows today that the average of 34 percent, or one out of every three ticks, is infected with Lyme Disease. Lyme Disease has been detected in Deer Ticks in 36...

May 3, 2021 The outbreak of COVID-19 at the LaSalle Veterans’ Home last year led to the deaths of 36 veterans and positive tests from 200 residents and staff at the nursing home. Alpha Representative Dan Swanson, whose district includes the northern half of Galesburg, lays the blame for what happened at the LaSalle Veterans’ Home on the feet of Governor JB Pritzker — who was critical of former-Governor Bruce Rauner following an outbreak of Legionella at the Quincy Veterans’ Home. �...